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@marianocruz499

26 күн бұрын

@@LarissaSokla Hello, are you here? I would like to meet Vancuber.

I am currently a resident of Mexico, and have no intention to go back to Europe. Germany is getting worse by the day, and England as well. Everything is very expensive, and there are hardly any jobs. So it's still better in Mexico.

Hola Larissa, Mexi-Canadian here. First of all, great video! I am a Mexican born and raised from CDMX who made Vancouver his home for about 16 years. During the Plandemic, I decided to move back to CDMX and like you, I don't miss Vancouver a bit! Certainly some parts of the city and its surroundings are gorgeous, but that's about it pretty much! Food I have some of the best in the world here, and cheaper! Fellow mexicans nice people in general. In my case my family is here, and, there are many, many places in Mexico to explore that might resemble Vacounver's weather and mountains, and, most likely cheaper! So, bottom line, I have no plans to return to Raincouver and specially with its higher prices and political turmoil.

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

Aaah amigo estás totalmente en mi página!!! Voy a la ciudad de mexico pronto, tal vez nos veamos:)

@janetpartyka5968

Ай бұрын

Alfred, Do you have medical insurance in Mexico? If so, how did you get it?

@AlfredodelArenal

Ай бұрын

@@janetpartyka5968 Not private, Janet. As Mexican working on my own I pay a monthly fee to a Government institution (IMSS) and that covers me with public health services. There are plenty of Private Insurance options in Mexico. Anything in particular you want to know about?

@AlfredodelArenal

Ай бұрын

@@LarissaSokla Love the idea amiga! Just let me know when you are around or going to be around. I am sending you my contact email through your Waitlist link. ;)

@belliott4844

Ай бұрын

⁠@@AlfredodelArenalIs the IMSS good? I am worried wait times may be as bad as Canada. I have Mexican residency, so am debating between IMSS and private as I may go over the limited time coverage Blue Cross private will give me. Thanks!

The whole world seems to be unhappy...sadly Canadian life has deteriorated drastically

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

I see it clearly now after being away for 4 years:(( it is so sad 😞

Having the ability to enjoy all that god has to offer, whether it’s PV or Vancouver is truly a blessing. Like they say variety is the spice of life!

Hi Larissa, I live near Vancouver and Puerto Vallarta is my favorite place. We're hoping to get a place there soon. I agree with everything you said about Vancouver. People are not friendly or very happy here ,but in Puerto Vallarta, people are always happy to have a conversation with you or offer to help. I come alive every time I go there, it's the best!

@LarissaSokla

28 күн бұрын

Awww so glad to hear that!!! We are definitely on one page !!! Hopefully one day we bump into each other in PV ::) Thank you for your feedback my friend:)) 😍

We are from Saskatchewan Canada. We bought a pre-build place in PV ready January 2026. We got our permanent residency in Mexico, can’t wait to move.

@LarissaSokla

25 күн бұрын

Aww so happy for you !!! We will see each other in PV one day !!! Thanks for watching 😍

@user-xp3oq6bw4p

22 күн бұрын

I live in Saskatoon, heading to PV; lets connect

Hi Larissa I moved from beautiful Victoria after 61 years to Mexico City (for now) I loved your video. I would love to chat with you

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

Love Mexico City and I will be there soon. Thank you for watching, maybe we bump to each other in Condesa 😮

I just passed my 20th anniversary of living in Vancouver. I will always love Vancouver but it’s time to leave. I have already secured a place in PV for 1 October… a 2 bed 2 bath 1100 sf condo including the wrap around patio, rooftop pool and gym in bldg, 20-25 min walk to the malecon and it’s the same price as my 1 bed 1 bath 450 sf apartment in Vancouver close to Commercial Drive. I do have to say that PV summers heat and humidity is my main concern, but not only is Canada there to come back and visit, but the summer would also be a great time to take a trip inland and explore other parts of Mexico.

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

Good decisión!!

I live on Vancouver island. I am so happy you decided to stay there - but visit here sometimes. I totally agree. I plan to live winters in Mexico for sure. Thanks for the great content!!!

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

You are very welcome and thank you for watching my video 😍

Pourta Vallarta is wonderful especially in the area you were living in. Beaches here on south shore of Nova Scotia pretty special too. 😊

Larrisa: I am glad that your visit back to Canada is only temporary. It seems like there are many people leaving PV because of the cost of living. But, I still think Canada and the US are more expensive than Mexico. I want to retire in Puerto Vallarta in a few years. So, I am glad to hear that you haven't given that up. As a Canadian of 50 + years, I am beginning to feel that it is time to leave. Anyways, i love your videos and find them comforting. Thank you.

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

@@victorramirez1280 thank you very much for your kind words!!! And yes, I Love PV and Mexico 🇲🇽

Vancouver is one of the most expensive cities in North America. So cost of living cannot be much of a consideration. In addition, Nayarit is not PV. It’s like a suburb of San Diego full of closed communities.

I am so glad that you are staying in PV! See you soon. And miss you!

@ElenaNevza

Ай бұрын

❤see you soon my friend!

thanks for your honest update. watch out for all of the homeless living on the streets because it has gotten a lot worse since you left

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

Yes, thanks! I don’t feel safe walking around in the evening because of the homeless people

The quest: 1. To go for a coffee at 7am in the morning. 2. To walk alone at night in the city. 3. To breath fresh air.

There’s no perfect place in the world, but some suit us better than others and some treat us better than others.

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

Agree , and I choose Mexico 🇲🇽

Excellent video! Honest ! And you know Spanish. You’re active. My father was raised in Eastern Europe, eventually went to Vancouver after living other places in Europe. He later moved to Windsor. I like Canada but of course Mexico is vibrant. Please consider moving to the Ajijic / Lake Chapala área when you go back. It’s full of fun and culture. And do your channel there. Also among the traditional Mexican and Intercontinental restaurants is a Russian Restaurant , Russian owned and another that serves Polish food on the weekends , Polish owned Lots of outdoor activities you would love. You would be a splendid addition whether you go to live or also continue your channel. I saw your videos 2 years ago and always liked them. Thanks 🇲🇽

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

Aww thank you for supporting my channel ❤I went to Ajijic/Chapala area a few times, nice weather and bid expats community!! Now it’s time to explore more of mexico and share it with all of you!!

@jaliscoguanajuatotravelsan5679

Ай бұрын

@@LarissaSokla thanks. Will look for your videos

@martigallagher7250

Ай бұрын

I am curious about the air quality in Ajijic-is it only at certain times of year that the air suffers due to agricultural burning? I was all set to choose Lake Chapala area, but was hoping for clean air as one of my top attributes. Thanks for any feedback. 🧡🧡

@jaliscoguanajuatotravelsan5679

29 күн бұрын

@@martigallagher7250 hi. I’m not an expert to talk much about it. Google for info. I don’t have a problem with it It is about 5000 ft above sea level. About the same as Denver. Air quality? Not a big city. A town about 40 minutes from Guadalajara Not a problem to me. Google the places for info . Thanks

Thanks for sharing! It makes me want to relocate to Mexico too!! ❤❤❤

Great video Larisa! I had the pleasure of meeting you and your daughter at the pool before you left! Remember, you had thought i was Russian, haha. Well i can report so far the summer is not so bad in PV NV, the evening night rains cool it off. I agree about the exchange rate, however if you do a CD with an ivestment bank, it can offset the higher cost of living we are now experiencing here now. I shop like at Mexican, at local fruit veggie markets, a local butcher and cook at home 90% of the week. My rent is much cheaper than U S. And it is much safer here. Looking forward to chatting with you when (The now official Snowbird) returns in November...in the meantime enjoy the cold rain in Vancouver as I enjoy the warm rain here😅

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

Talk to you my friend when I come back home . Thank you for watching and commenting on my video! Hasta luego 👋

@janetpartyka5968

Ай бұрын

MIKE, How did you go about getting the CD with an investment bank? Was that in the U.S.

@mikeA2010

Ай бұрын

@@janetpartyka5968 Actinver here in MX. great video on youtube. 11.25% interest on 6 mo CD

@mikeA2010

Ай бұрын

@@janetpartyka5968 in Mexico

Thanks Larissa! Great video. Enjoy your summer in Vancouver. 😎

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

Thank you Nicky

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

Thank you for watching 😊

I live here. Hasn't rained in weeks. And if you think Mexico is is expensive, Vancouver, will do you in financially.

Hi Larissa! I am from Vancouver area and spent last year in PV (mostly Nuevo and Bucerias). I did spend a week in Huatulco, Oaxaca and absolutely loved it! My plan is to go back for a month this winter. It would be great if you went there and I would love to hear your feedback on the area:)

Love it! "They all speak Spanish!" "Mucho bueno!" 😂

You need to try the.east coast. Vancouver is not "Canada " it is a huge country. Try Halifax and Nova Scotia. It doesn't rain all summer.

@LarissaSokla

28 күн бұрын

Thank you but NO !!! You don’t know how different vibe is in PV ! Mexico is my home now 😍

I lived full time in PV 2018-2023. Now back in Québec City for 6 months/yr. PV has become so expensive! Rents through the roof, grocery, clothing, electronics, even gaz and paid highway. And its so noisy with dogs barking uncontrolled and neighbors blasting their music. Its much more quiet, calm, respectful, clean in Qc city.

@LarissaSokla

28 күн бұрын

Thank you for your comment

Hi Larissa, I love your videos. I was wondering if you would ever consider making a video about how you manage your rental property? My husband and I are very curious about possibly purchasing a rental property in Mexico. I hope you have an amazing summer traveling around. ❤

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

Hi Julie, thank you for watching my videos! Have you seen my daughter’s channel? She talks all about Real Estate in Puerto Vallarta! @elenanevza

@julieann777

29 күн бұрын

@@LarissaSokla Hi Larissa, Oh yes, I love Elena's videos! 😄❤ Thank you

Larissa did you know that you don't have to live your life in Puerto Vallarta, there are many other places to live in Mexico that will provide a cooler climate and living expenses are much lower than very expensive Puerto Vallarta. I live in Vancouver Canada and you will soon find out how cold, rainy, overcast and expensive that can be, and consider we get only, maybe two months of extremely hot weather in the summer. So If your leaving Puerto Vallarta because you can't drink the tap water or flush your toilet paper down the drain, that's a poor reason. I see from your video, you might be a high maintenance girl that prefers expensive places to reside, so Vancouver might be the best place for you. Mexico is still cheaper than Canada, to live a stress free organic healthy lifestyle as I do!

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

@4kvideoplaces😅😂 It seems you are new here, welcome! Please watch the video to the end and then leave me another comment 🌞thank you for watching

@4KVideoPlaces

Ай бұрын

I'm not NEW! I'm only NEW to you. You opened your video with a misleading statement, I made a great suggestion for you to follow or not. Your entitled to your opinion as I am with mine.

@martigallagher7250

29 күн бұрын

@@4KVideoPlaces, if you have watched Larissa’s channel, you would know she is not high maintenance at all. She leads a simple life and works hard to maintain her health and vibrancy.

@4KVideoPlaces

29 күн бұрын

@@martigallagher7250 I'm sure you right, however that's not the impression I get from her lifestyle, physically healthy & vibrant as it may be. Don't get upset, it's just my comment!

Great vid thanks for sharing, cheers from 2 Canadians living in Mexico!

and I would like to visit Vancouver, it is very beautiful!!!

I live in the southern US, and the heat and humidity began in June and won't cool off until probably early November so think it is everywhere. But thinking of moving to Mexico but choosing a cooler climate.

@LarissaSokla

24 күн бұрын

Good plan!!

Times change. Things change. People hate change and do not easily adapt nor do they want to. I’m Canadian and love my country. I will never abandon her because things get a little tough. I’m poor so don’t even go that route.

and I am from Puerto Vallarta

I guess you have to experience the dreadful to appreciate you good you were in. So glad you are going back to Mexico. Don't do that risky thing again! We are staying here in the Yucatan. Its wonderful.

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

No brainer, I will be back to Mexico!

You probably know this Larissa, since you’re bright, but there’s a site that allows one to compare the cost of living in cities worldwide - and Vancouver flunks. The comparison between Vancouver (the Canuck one) and Vallarta is striking. It’s about half in Vallarta. I lived in Mazatlan for 17 years and we now snowbird, spending our summers (such as they are) in Calgary and winters in Maz. I got remarried to a lifelong Calgarian (which is why I’ve been snowbirding for six years). I’m working on her to make a year-round move to Maz (with escapes back to here and to the mountain cities in Mexico in the summer. I really appreciate these videos. I think you’ll build your audience, particularly among fence sitters, who have been considering a move from Canada or the U.S. to Mexico. Thanks mucho.

Larissa I'm positive you'll find a new home in Mexico. PVR is too expensive. Try Mazatlan or even LaPaz ..keep us posted ..

I wonder if you’ll make it to November. I was miserable in October waiting for Nov. 4th last year. I came back here to van island in June and will be ready to fly back to PV in mid September. Good luck😎

@LarissaSokla

27 күн бұрын

@@brendamurphy4805 good luck to you too !!

Isla Margarita is the new Mexico.

Oooh so glad you are only there for the summer!! I agree with you, the Mexican people are so loving and beautiful, they make eye contact, say hola. I love it! Glad you are coming back!! Mexicans are such giving people!

Can I meet youon the seawall? I am not very good with techno. Very interested in rentals in PV. Thanks.

Hello, how are you? Why are you coming to Canada? I'm living in Alma, New Brunswick and it's very nice. I hope to see you in Canada.

I hope this isn't going to become the bash Vancouver / Canada Show.

I'm so glad you are not leaving PV!! I was worried there for the beginning of the video- then was so happy to hear that you'll be back after Low Season. Can't wait to hear where you go in Mexico on your next adventures!

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

Yes, Mary Beth , I see you in November. Thanks for watching 😍

Awwwww, sOOOOOO sad. &;

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! 😍

Larissa, I admire your straightfulness without sugarcoating things. In addition, kudos to you for comparing Canada (Not North America) and Mexico. There are some channels that compare one country to North America! Keep up the good work.

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

Thank you for your support 😍

O no no We want you back

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

I will be back, no worries 😍

Vancouver and British Columbia are stunningly beautiful but it's a shame that the horrible politicians have made it miserable to live there along with the rest of Canada.

What a lovely vlog and thank you for sharing your impressions! ❤🌼 Larissa, where are you from? Where did you grow up? (What climate also) Look forward to your comparison videos and our collab (when I grow my audience on this channel more ;).

@LarissaSokla

26 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!!

I agree, Vancouverites are cold and not very inclined to help others. But Vancouver also has four times the population of PV. Most large metropolitan cities aren't the friendliest places. I live on Vancouver Island and people are amiable and stop to help. I spent 5 months in PV and have seen a mix of happy and unhappy faces. My experience in Mexico was different, but I wasn't around expats and mostly locals. I have seen many faces that didn't express happiness during my stay in Mexico. It's also important to distinguish between the expats that aren't working and every day is like vacation for them. Of course, they will be happier than someone who's having to attend a daily job.

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

@@petrat6548 thank you for your coming:))

Go to Mexico City! You’ll love it

I would've stayed in Mexico, it's a hell of a lot more expensive in Vancouver then Mexico. You'll go back, winter is coming. LOL

Where is your friend and are you guys going to take up temporary residence in Oaxaca?

Morelia or Querretero and Chapala/Ajijic are still very affordable spots.

Que Bonito Video... espero que regreses A Mexico.... Ya Mexico te estrana mucho..... cuidate y mas videos por favor... Abrasos Y besitos de este Nopalito Mexicano, Hasta Luego... !!!

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

Gracias y nos vemos pronto 🇲🇽

You're right, people in BC are very unfriendly. Nobody says hello, or looks you in the eyes. Alberta and Saskatchewan people are more friendly.

@LarissaSokla

26 күн бұрын

It wasn’t like that before:((( Thanks for watching !

@jazzye6493

26 күн бұрын

@@LarissaSokla Welcome back even for a short time. Do you remember me from Guildford? My class was after yours. Dancefit, Pat

@LarissaSokla

26 күн бұрын

@@jazzye6493 of course I remember you Pat !!! Thank you for welcoming me 😍

@jazzye6493

26 күн бұрын

@@LarissaSokla I'm a friendly Vancouverite. LOL

Why?

❤

Hello friend come back soon pv is your home now

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

Yes, PV is my home !!

Vancouver is more expensive than anywhere in Mexico.

@yyyaaadudemerida2798

29 күн бұрын

Generally yes but it’s not that simple anymore. A pair of shoes like Nike are now expensive in Mexico. A small bottle of soy sauce is $10 but housing is more affordable in Mexico. In the end, Mexico is a quickly growing economy and she is correct. Mexico is catching up in costs. The days of easy decisions to move to Mexico are closing. Unless of course you have seven figures in your savings.

@leemartinez2975

29 күн бұрын

@@yyyaaadudemerida2798 I am from Texas and now live in Mexico. My monthly costs are at least $500 USD cheaper in Mexico. My rent in South Texas for a 2 bedroom and 2 bath apartment was $750.00 per month plus about $400.00 per month for groceries. Now my rent for a three bedroom and 2.5 bathroom house in a gated community is about $620.00 per month depending on the exchange rate. Every Mexican that has a US tourist visa and lives within a days drive to the border buys the majority of their clothes and electronics in the US. The key is to leverage the benefits of the US and Mexico. Factor in the soft freedoms and lack of divisiveness, and its an easy decision. People that go to Mexico looking to live a middle class lifestyle on $1,500 USD per month become very disappointed and move back where they spend significantly more per month. That is not logical.

@stevegunn9971

28 күн бұрын

@@leemartinez2975 Hello, what part of Mexico do you live in?

@leemartinez2975

28 күн бұрын

@@stevegunn9971 I live across the border from McAllen. I have yet to see a job ad for a remote digital marketing position that states the position will pay more if work is performed in the office located in Austin. LOL

Where are you? No new video for three weeks.

@LarissaSokla

9 күн бұрын

Alaska, hiking, meeting friends New video is on

Is your daughter staying in PV?

you are already Mexican!!!

Wow 63 ? Looks like you found the fountain of youth 😊

@LarissaSokla

26 күн бұрын

Thank you for your complement 😍

@dieseldave2383

26 күн бұрын

@@LarissaSokla Your so welcome, it's the truth !!!

Starts 7 min in

NO WAY, TOO COLD, NO CULTURE, IN CANADA AND BORING. NO THANK YOU...😅😅😅😂😂😂😂

You’re walking down 132a street

@LarissaSokla

28 күн бұрын

Hi Sunny !!! Where are you?

@sunniyoga6425

27 күн бұрын

@@LarissaSoklaI’m back in town. I must have arrived at the same time as you 😂. I left you a message on Facebook 😊

Another crazy mid aged woman

Mexico is for us Mexicans anyway, if someone doesn't like living there, you'll are welcome to leave ❤

Welcome back to FEMINIST Canada.

@LarissaSokla

Ай бұрын

Yep, feminist Canada, but I prefer the old fashioned world where men respect women just because we are Women!

❤